The 12th Wedding - When love is reborn

Many people attended the party which included the members of the royal family too . He could see many pleasing faces and everyone were surprised to see Alisha's hair but amidst all there were some people who didn't seem to enjoy the party very well . Jealousy was one good reason but they couldn't bring themselves to accept Alisha especially Zen's paternal Uncle Rajhi and some of his cousins . The party ended with a dance and soon after Zen was summoned by his father and uncle for some personal discussion  .

"Ah .. it was sure tiring but I enjoyed! "

"Excuse me .. All you did was sit and watch did  that made you tired ? Seriously ! "

"Well walking around is better than sitting I guess . "

"Huh.. well I need to go, see you tomorrow "

"What ? Tomorrow?  .."

"Why ?  Do you want something? "

"No... not really but I thought we could spend some time talking .. If you were free that was . We should know each other better don't you think ? So...."

"There is no need for that . You know me I know you . What more do you want ? Besides what will we talk about ..?  I'm marrying because it was my father's wish that doesn't mean I'll deprive you of any rights as my wife . You will continue to represent as King of Isla's queen ."

"Hey .... you ... never mind forget it . I can't read you it's going to be difficult but I'll be sure to put some sense into your brain . " She mutters . Unable to hear her mutterings  Zen walks away . Alisha stood there thinking how cold his attitude was . She then walks upstairs towards her room and finds Neil coming from the other hallway .

"My Lady . What are you doing out here ?"

"I was just heading towards my room what about you ? Shouldn't you be with the silver head ?"

"Uh.... do you mean his Majesty ?"

"Ofcourse who else would it be ?"

"I don't think he will appreciate you calling him that ..."

"Whatever .. wait where are your glasses ?" She says glancing at him .

"I left them in the main office . "

"Oh .. you look different ! It's a good different but you remind me of someone ...."

"Me ? I'm sure you haven't seen me before without glasses "

"No... Ah ! Yes . Hmmm so you are that guy who was with Zorro . Don't lie . Tell me the truth we met that day right ? "

"Uh... yes that's right I'm   Neliyel ."

"I knew it . See ! So you do know Zorro please tell me where he is ? Is he going to come here anytime soon ?"

"My lady ! Why are you so desperate to meet him ?

"Well he helped me and I need to pay his money back too. He was a complete stranger but still he helped me out so please... "

"I.... I will let him know about that but I'll have to inform His Majesty about it ."

"No way . Don't say him a thing . I beg you . I'm 200 percent sure he won't allow me because that silver head cannot comprehend what I say .." Neil sighs and runs his hand through his hair .

"Fine I'll handle this . Is something wrong ? I mean did something happen between you two ? "

"Huh... its nothing . I don't know how important I am to him . What he thinks about me ? What if he leaves me someday and marries someone else . There is no point in our marriage if we can't comprehend each other ...I ... I'm sorry I shouldn't be telling you all this . It's alright I'll deal with this . I understand why you don't want him to know about Zorro so you had to be Neliyel and meet him. You are in the same situation as me ... so arrange my meeting with Zorro Alright !"

"Ye.....yes . I will try but only if you promise not to skip your regular classes   "

" Sure I won't . Okay then ... see you around ! " With that she leaves and Neil let's out a sigh .

"She is super energetic and full of enthusiasm . I believe she can handle but first I will have to dicuss about Zorro with His Majesty . I wonder what his response would  be .  "

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Zen enters the discussion chamber as the guards salute him . Nobody were allowed to enter accept for his uncle,  the former king and himself . Zen had baffling thoughts looking at them .

"What's the matter uncle ? What did you want to discuss with me ? We could postpone it for tomorrow too.  You should be resting now . Shouldn't you ?"

"How could I ? After looking at a taboo do you think I would set myself at ease ? Impossible !"

" I'm not sure what you are saying"

"Oh Ofcourse you do . Zen you are the ruler of this kingdom I agree but there are things you must consider when you call yourself a ruler . Have you forgotten all that has happened in the past ? Have you lost your mind ? Has everything disappeared from your memory ? Are you deliberately ignoring the fact that red is a symbol of destruction to our family . You have witnessed it with your own eyes !!! How can you ....?"

"Enough uncle ! " Rajhi's voice raised and hit the ceilings . Zen furrowed and shut him down .

"I haven't forgotten anything . I remember  every single damn thing but what you are saying is just a superstition besides you Do not know Alisha so please stay out of this .."

"Are you implying I'm not supposed to indulge in the royal matters ? "

"You have all rights Rajhi . You have a point but that girl is not ordinary . Zen is marrying her because there was no other way to keep her with us . Any other method would represent us negatively . We would lose  trust in our people . "

"Elder brother ! I can't believe you are with his decision . The colour red brings bad luck to us . She would never bring happiness . I understand she saved your life but that could be a part of her evil self why aren't you able to understand? Zen is naive he ..."

"  I'm not naive uncle and Alisha is not evil either ! I respect you wholeheartedly so please don't give me a reason to hate you . What happened in the past was due to our sole mistake the colour has nothing to do with it . "

"What are you ..? Huh... Elder brother you are wise enough . Why don't you explain him "

" Rajhi ... Zen trusted us in our plans everytime . He never questioned us . It's our turn now ..Let's put our trust in him . " He says placing his hand in his shoulder .

"Fine then but if at all she poses a threat I'll eliminate her and you won't stop me from doing that Zen"

"I assure you she won't . " Rajhi couldn't respond to Zen's confident look . He wasn't the only one unhappy with Alisha . The general , the noble secretary and his paternal aunt were all uncertain of his decision . In such circumstances how is Zen going to protect Alisha ...?

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" She wants to meet Zorro . I'll handle things here you can go meet her Your Majesty "

"I don't have time for all such things Neil . I have much more important things to handle "

"But ..."

"I won't . Make her some excuse "

"Hey you .... that's no way to call someone "

"What an ill mannered wife I have . I should do something about the way you address me . "

"Address me by my name ......

... What ? You can't even say my name properly and you act all tough "

"Nice to meet you again Zorro . I'm sorry if you were busy "

"So it is true . You are going to be the queen "

She recognised that ring .

"You seem  a lot interested in my husband "